In 2022, Marimekko committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to set science-based emissions reduction targets. Marimekko aims to deliver its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets for SBTi for validation by August 2024 at the latest, as planned. The publication of these targets will follow STBi’s review and approval process. Marimekko published ambitious targets […]
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At Marimekko, responsible sourcing covers also animal derived materials
We at Marimekko follow the principles of responsible sourcing. All partner suppliers commit to following our Supplier Code of Conduct. To support the responsible material sourcing, we have defined Product Policy that includes sustainability requirements for different materials and their production. This policy is binding on all our partner suppliers. Our Product Policy also […]
Read moreMarimekko recycles end-of-life textiles from its own production
We have started to cooperate with Rester Oy in the recycling of end-of-life textiles. From the beginning of 2022, Rester’s recycling facility in Paimio, Finland has been making new textile fibers from the end-of-life textiles of our own production, from the textile printing factory and sewing shop in Helsinki, Finland. Cooperation with Rester supports our […]
Read moreIn 2020, we among other things focused on sustainable material choices and emission reduction in our sustainability work
Sustainability is part of Marimekko’s DNA and sustainability considerations are part of our daily work at Marimekko. In 2020, we among other things worked to increase the proportion of more sustainable materials in our products as well as to reduce emissions. In addition, we continued our work on developing a more responsible supply chain. In […]
Read moreMarimekko highlighted the brand’s timeless design at Copenhagen Fashion Week in its 70th anniversary year
Marimekko participated in the fully digital Copenhagen Fashion Week on February 4th 2021. Instead of a seasonal collection, Marimekko presented a conceptual short film highlighting the brand’s timeless design philosophy, original approach to printmaking and commitment to sustainability. The film, made in collaboration with creative agency MOON, honors Marimekko’s revisited archetype silhouettes and the brand’s 70-year […]
Read moreMarimekko and Spinnova’s collaboration on groundbreaking, sustainable fabrics recognized in Fast Company’s 2020 Innovation by Design Awards
Marimekko and the Finnish fiber technology company Spinnova’s collaboration on groundbreaking, sustainable fabrics was recognized as a finalist in the Sustainability category in Fast Company’s 2020 Innovation by Design Awards. The collaboration also received an honorable mention in the Experimental category. One of the most sought-after design awards in the industry, Innovation by Design is […]
Read moreMarimekko’s Sustainability Review 2019 is published
Marimekko’s Sustainability Review 2019 detailing our progress in all our sustainability targets is now available. During year 2019, we took major steps in increasing the share of more sustainable materials in our products and packaging: our sourcing of Better Cotton reached an all-time high and represented 88 percent of all the cotton used in Marimekko. […]
Read moreEven stripes for equality
Empowering people to be happy just as they are Marimekko was founded in 1951 by the visionary Armi Ratia, and since the beginning, Armi’s dream was to empower people to be happy just as they are and to boldly express themselves through original prints and colors. The Tasaraita (even stripe) print was born in 1968 […]
Read moreMarimekko’s annual public open-air fashion show moved to digital, and everyone is invited to model
Marimekko’s public, open-air summer fashion show has become an integral part of the culture of Marimekko’s hometown Helsinki. Since 1992, the colorful, inclusive and free of charge event has gathered thousands of people to salute the beginning of summer at the Esplanadi Park in the heart of Helsinki. This year, the event will reach more […]
Read more80% of Marimekko’s direct suppliers use renewable energy sources
Marimekko’s product range is manufactured by a global partner supplier network of around 75 partner suppliers and 100 factories. Almost 70% of our products are manufactured in Europe. We select our suppliers carefully, taking into account social and environmental responsibility. Information about our suppliers’ sustainability efforts is gathered as part of the selection process, as […]
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